The 8th Edition of joint military exercise between the Indian Army and the Sri Lankan Army, Exercise MITRA SHAKTI which was conducted from 04 – 16 October 2021, culminated at Combat Training School, Ampara today.
Exercise Mitra Shakti, based on counter insurgency and counter terrorism operations in semi urban terrain is the largest bilateral exercise being undertaken by the Sri Lankan Army and it forms a major part of India and Sri Lanka’s growing defence partnership. During the past 14 days, both the contingents displayed great enthusiasm and professionalism while practising joint drills, executed as part of the exercise.
The culmination phase of the exercise was jointly witnessed by the visiting Chief of the Indian Army, General M M Naravane and General Shavendra Silva, Chief of Defence Staff & Commander of the Sri Lankan Army on 15 October 2021.
Besides promoting synergy and inter-operability amongst the Armed Forces, Exercise Mitra Shakti further helped in cementing ties between both the Nations. The participating contingents expressed immense satisfaction at the termination of the exercise in terms of standards achieved during the conduct of the said exercise.
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General MM Naravane COAS witnessed the culmination exercise of Bilateral Exercise MitraShakti21 at Special Forces Training School, SriLanka . The COAS complimented the troops of both contingents for their high standards of training & professionalism. pic.twitter.com/nKIv8A7rOL
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“Exercise MitraShakti21” GOC 53 Infantry Division(R.S.F) SriLankan Army attended the ‘Equipment Display’ organised by both the countries during ongoing joint exercise. A country presentation was also given by the Indian contingent for SriLankan counterparts. pic.twitter.com/qVFGClGdzQ
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Exercise MitraShakti21 – Indian Army contingent participating in Exercise Mitra Shakti 21 reached Sri Lanka and received a traditional welcome by the Sri Lankan Army. pic.twitter.com/13dQJ2AFxv
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IndianArmy contingent will participate in the 8th Edition of bilateral joint Exercise Mitra Shakti being held in Sri Lanka from 04 to 15 Oct 2021.
The aim of the exercise is to share best practices in Counter Insurgency and Counter Terrorism operations. pic.twitter.com/ViwLNgwyKo
